Public Health

The science and practice of promoting and protecting the health of communities and populations through organized efforts, including disease prevention, health education, and policy advocacy.

Epidemiology:

The study of the distribution and determinants of health-related events in populations, aiming to identify patterns and causes of diseases.

 

Health Disparities:

Differences in health outcomes or access to healthcare among different social, economic, or ethnic groups, highlighting inequities in health.

 

Preventive Medicine:

Medical practices and interventions aimed at preventing diseases and promoting health, including vaccinations, screenings, and lifestyle interventions.

 

Community Health Worker:

Trained professionals who work within communities to promote health education, disease prevention, and access to healthcare resources.

 

Health Promotion:

Initiatives and strategies designed to encourage healthier behaviors, lifestyles, and environments to improve overall well-being.

 

Vector-Borne Disease:

Illnesses transmitted to humans through the bites of vectors such as mosquitoes, ticks, or fleas, contributing to the spread of infectious diseases.

 

Global Health:

The field of study, research, and practice that addresses health issues on a global scale, emphasizing cooperation and collaboration across borders.

 

Pandemic:

The worldwide spread of a new disease, affecting a large number of people across different countries or continents.

 

Health Equity:

The achievement of the highest level of health for all people, regardless of their social or economic status, by addressing systemic injustices.

 

Biostatistics:

The application of statistical methods to biological and health-related data, helping in the interpretation of research findings and decision-making.

Environmental Health:

The branch of public health that focuses on the impact of the environment on human health, including air and water quality, food safety, and occupational hazards.

 

Vaccination:

The administration of vaccines to stimulate the immune system, providing immunity against specific diseases and preventing their spread.